Best 4 Air Fry Whole Trout Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Air frying whole trout is a healthier and more convenient way to enjoy this delicious fish. With its crispy skin and flaky flesh, air-fried trout is a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal. This cooking method also helps to preserve the trout's natural nutrients, making it a healthier choice than traditional frying. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced home cook, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to cook the perfect air-fried whole trout.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PAN FRIED WHOLE TROUT



Pan Fried Whole Trout image

There couldn't be a better way to prepare freshly caught wild brook trout. Serve with a side of creamy mashed potatoes and steamed Swiss chard.

Provided by Lola

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 32m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 whole (12 ounce) trout, cleaned with tails and heads on
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cornmeal
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 lemons - cut into wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • Remove gills from fish and discard. Rinse fish under cold water.
  • In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat.
  • In shallow dish, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt and pepper. Raise heat to high. Dredge fish in flour mixture and fry in hot oil for about 4 to 6 minutes on each side or until meat flakes with a fork. Serve garnished with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 711.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 194.9 mg, Fat 33.2 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 73.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 763.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

PAN FRIED TROUT



Pan Fried Trout image

This adoptee is the way we make trout on our backpacking trips, we take corneal and butter packets and hope we catch dinner. Just as easy to make at home, its a taste of the outdoors.

Provided by Dawnab

Categories     Trout

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 lbs trout (Whole or Fillets)
1/2 cup cornmeal
3 tablespoons butter
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse the trout under cold running water (or in the beautiful mountain lake/stream you caught them in).
  • Pat dry.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper (I take a zip lock baggie in my pack with salt/pepper/garlic powder mixed together).
  • Melt the butter in a large heavy skillet on medium-high heat.
  • Coat the trout in corn meal and shake off the excess.
  • When the butter is melted, place the coated trout, flesh side down, in the skillet.
  • Fry 4-5 minutes, then turn and fry 4-5 minutes or until the flesh is golden brown and flaky. (Trout may be seasoned with garlic or onion powder before frying if desired, I also take a lemon with me to squeeze over the top).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467, Fat 24.2, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 154.4, Sodium 199.2, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 48.4

GRILLED WHOLE TROUT RECIPE BY TASTY



Grilled Whole Trout Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: whole trouts, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, lemons, scallion, ginger, fresh cilantro, olive oil, cooking twines

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 whole trouts, cleaned and gutted
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 lemons, thinly sliced
1 bunch scallion, sliced on the bias
ginger, 2 inch (5 cm), peeled and thinly sliced
½ bunch fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for greasing
8 cooking twines, cut into 8 inch (20 cm) pieces

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, pat the trout dry with paper towels, making sure to get inside the cavity.
  • 2, Generously season the fish with salt and pepper on all sides, including the cavity.
  • Stuff the lemon slices, scallions, ginger, and cilantro in the cavity of each fish.
  • Slip 2 pieces of kitchen twine under each trout and tie to secure the filling inside.
  • Brush both sides of the fish generously with olive oil.
  • Preheat the grill to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • Dip a paper towel in olive oil and generously rub over the grates of the grill. Place the trout over indirect heat and close the lid. Grill for 6 minutes. Carefully flip the fish over and continue grilling with the lid closed for 6 minutes, until cooked through.
  • Cut the twine off the fish. To remove the bones, take the filling out of the cavity and gently nudge the fish apart. The bones will begin to separate from the flesh. Run your fingers along the bones to loosen, then lift the tail straight up to remove the bones and head, leaving the clean fillets behind.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 1 gram

PANFRIED TROUT WITH LEMON



Panfried Trout with Lemon image

You'll only taste wild trout if you catch them yourself-all others are farm raised. Wherever you get it, trout that you panfry with lemon will be a delicious dinner to serve your guests, fishermen or not.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 medium brook trout, gutted and cleaned, about 9 or 10 ounces each
3 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 lemons, cut into 1/4-inch rounds
4 1/2 teaspoons butter
4 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
4 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil

Steps:

  • Rinse trout, and pat dry. Combine 2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and flour on a plate. Season insides of fish with remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Insert 3 slices of lemon inside each fish, and dredge in flour; shake off excess.
  • Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons butter, 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, and 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil in an 11-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 trout, arrange 4 or 5 lemon slices around fish, and cook until golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes. If lemon slices begin to burn, put them on top of fish. Turn fish, and cook until it has a golden crust and is flaky and moist, about 5 to 6 minutes more.
  • Remove fish from skillet, and keep warm wrapped in foil. Repeat twice with remaining trout, butter, oils, and lemon slices. Serve fish with some of the cooked lemon slices.

Tips:

  • Select the freshest trout possible: Look for fish with bright, clear eyes, red gills, and a firm, springy body.
  • Clean and gut the trout before cooking: Remove the scales, fins, and entrails. Rinse the fish thoroughly inside and out.
  • Season the trout liberally with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices: This will help to enhance the flavor of the fish.
  • Use a high-quality olive oil to cook the trout: This will help to prevent the fish from sticking to the air fryer basket.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit before cooking the trout: This will help to ensure that the fish cooks evenly.
  • Cook the trout for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork: The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the trout.
  • Serve the trout immediately with your favorite sides: Lemon wedges, tartar sauce, and roasted vegetables are all great options.

Conclusion:

Air-fried whole trout is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this versatile fish. With its crispy skin and flaky flesh, air-fried trout is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give air-fried trout a try. You won't be disappointed!

Related Topics